- Paperback: 240 pages
- Publisher: Prentice Hall & IBD; Reprint edition (24 Feb 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0684831422
- ISBN-13: 978-0684831428
- Product Dimensions: 21.5 x 14.1 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,652,994 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Brookhiser recaptures the real George Washington in this against-the-grain biographical study that chronicles a remarkable quarter-century career in public life--a record of achievements that is virtually unmatched by any modern leader. Brookhiser recounts Washington's heroic deeds as general and president, his temperament and training, and reflects upon his legacy.
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Format:Hardcover
I don't profess to be an expert on George Washington, but I have read some (Flexner, Angel in a Whirlwind) and, though I thoroughly enjoyed this rather thin book, would not recommend it to someone who didn't already have some familiarity with GW. The book includes a number of thought provoking commentaries, but I think assumes that the reader is fairly well-versed in the basic life and times of its subject. In reading this book (and other biographies), you can't help but admire the man and marvel at our good fortune in having men of his character when we needed them most. (You also can't help but cringe (or weep) when comparing him to the latest gentleman to hold the office.)
Format:Hardcover
In "Founding Father" Richard Brookhiser attempts a moral biography of George Washington which focuses on his public life, all in order to bring him closer to us 200 years later. While a noble effort, Brookhiser does not follow through. Although mildly interesting, this book is too sketchy and reads as a mere outline of a more comprehensive work. There are better works out there that bring Washington closer to our hearts than this one.
Format:Paperback
This book is awesome! It isn't very long, but is jam-packed with the interesting tidbits that we all need to associate with George Washington. Highly recommend, especially for anyone who is taking American History.
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Odds-on favorite finishes out of the money!
George Washington is to America as Micky Mantle is to baseball; a real life hero, an American legend. I expected a lot from this book. A lot of enthusiasm. A lot of excitement. Read more
Published on 30 Dec 1998
Doesn't really shed any new light on Washington.
It is hard to tell what the object of this book really is. Is it to give a good introduction to the layman about George Washington and why he was so indispensable to the success of... Read more
Published on 2 Jun 1998
Reestablishes Washington's Greatness...
For all those who are just dog-tired of reading one revisionist attack after another on our Founders (while great, they were still men; although just men, they were great! Read more
Published on 30 Jan 1998
1st in war, 1st in peace, 1st in the hearts of his coutrymen
If you want to know why the American revolution turned out so much better than the hundreds of revolutions elsewhere during the past two centuries, this book is the place to start. Read more
Published on 15 Nov 1997
A must read for all students of politics and the presidency
Brookhiser is able to convey the idea that the act of "going first" was an amazing feat. Washington's true virtue is clearly described and provides a hope for... Read more
Published on 26 Jun 1997
This book brings Washington, the man, into perspective.
Unfortunately, George Washington, the soldier and politician has been deified by our culture. Richard Brookhiser's tribute to our first president does a terrific job putting... Read more
Published on 17 May 1996
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